Thursday, April 30, 2009

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I think the title says it all, really. This is a truly scary guy.

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I think the title says it all, really. This is a truly scary guy.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Japanese Tattoos

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The Unkown History of Japanese Tattoos

Japanese history goes back thousands and thousands of years. Early Japanese people were well known for their skills in artwork of jewelry, metal, and even weapons. They were warriors as well, regarded as fierce fighters by the Americans. Throughout Japan, there are many examples and evidence of artwork and Japanese Tattoos.

Over the years, modern Tattoos evolved and established symbols for themselves along the way. Throughout North America, people often wear japanese tattoo,tattoo,tribal tattoothese symbols to let others know that they are a Japanese descent. The symbols and knowledge have been passed down through the years, as there is little no written history. Tattooing however, keeps the tradition alive with the infamous Japanese lettering Tattoos and other popular designs.

Most tattoo designs come from Japan, where the evidence of history is very strong indeed. The Japanese College found in Japan, contains many manuscripts that document the heritage and symbols. The height of tattooing however, occurred during the era when stone and metal work was really popular.

Japanese lettering tattoos are some of the most popular and most common designs, featuring loops with no end that symbolize a never ending cycle of dying and rebirth. There are also animal tattoo designs as well, which are japanese tattoo,tattoo,tribal tattoosimilar in design to the knot tattoos, although the cords in the design normally terminate in heads, tails, and feet. The lettering tattoos designs are normallynever ending, unless an individual adds an end to symbolize a spiral.

The meaning behind the lettering in Japanese tattoos defies any type of literal translation and is found at a much deeper level. The interlacing of the lettering expresses the repeated crossing of both physical and spiritual elements. The strands and their never ending path is a popular design for Japanese tattoos, representing life, faith, and love. For many years, Japanese have used these designs for emotional as well as heritage purposes.

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Those who are from a Japanese descent, normally find a tattoo to be a great way to express their heritage pride. These tattoos help to reestablish pride, and give tribute to one's ancestors. The tattoos aren't easy to do, most taking several hours. Unlike other tattoo designs, Japanese tattoos are among the hardest designs in the world.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Straightedge Toast

This guy maybe has my favorite bad tattoos of all time. Ever. Period.
Possibly because I have a real soft spot for straight edge tattoos and punk/hc tattoos, possibly because they are just hilarious.




Description from the horse's mouth below:

All my friends have toast tattoos, because when you're poor and dumpster for your food bread is always readily available - it's this thing that kinda unifies us at this point in our lives. The Earth Crisis theme came about when some silly hardline XVX kids were staying at this punk house and talking about how belittling a band with serious issues is a bad thing, and how EC was cool and really helped push ideas into hardcore, and then they started insulting the people who lived at that house by degrading them and saying they had bad views, even making someone get near the verge of crying because she ate sparingly fish.

I realized that the lyrics for the beginning of Firestorm worked really well with toast (the original lyrics for those who don't know are "Street by street/block by block/taking it all back", referring to cleansing a neighborhood of drug dealers.) I went and got the tattoo done in an hour, showed them, and started drinking and eating cheese for the rest of the night (even though I was vegan at the time.) They stopped talking to me, and left shortly after.

I'm going to be getting a tattoo really soon that is based off of the anarchist atheist saying "No Gods, No Masters", but its gonna say "Dogs, No Masters" and have a kennel on fire and someone holding a leash with his brains blown out, and upside down crosses made of milk bones. I didn't think up that saying, though


Straightedge Toast

This guy maybe has my favorite bad tattoos of all time. Ever. Period.
Possibly because I have a real soft spot for straight edge tattoos and punk/hc tattoos, possibly because they are just hilarious.




Description from the horse's mouth below:

All my friends have toast tattoos, because when you're poor and dumpster for your food bread is always readily available - it's this thing that kinda unifies us at this point in our lives. The Earth Crisis theme came about when some silly hardline XVX kids were staying at this punk house and talking about how belittling a band with serious issues is a bad thing, and how EC was cool and really helped push ideas into hardcore, and then they started insulting the people who lived at that house by degrading them and saying they had bad views, even making someone get near the verge of crying because she ate sparingly fish.

I realized that the lyrics for the beginning of Firestorm worked really well with toast (the original lyrics for those who don't know are "Street by street/block by block/taking it all back", referring to cleansing a neighborhood of drug dealers.) I went and got the tattoo done in an hour, showed them, and started drinking and eating cheese for the rest of the night (even though I was vegan at the time.) They stopped talking to me, and left shortly after.

I'm going to be getting a tattoo really soon that is based off of the anarchist atheist saying "No Gods, No Masters", but its gonna say "Dogs, No Masters" and have a kennel on fire and someone holding a leash with his brains blown out, and upside down crosses made of milk bones. I didn't think up that saying, though


Quick Trip To Vegas

Jetted out to Vegas real quick to get up with Mario. We just shot this global campaign that is about to drop soon. Can't reveal details but it's gonna be really cool. Thank You Brittney for the ride back to the airport.







Monday, April 27, 2009

Getting a Tattoo

7 Tips to Consider Prior to Getting a Tattootattoo parlor

If you are thinking about getting a tattoo, take a moment to consider your answers to the following 7 questions.

1. Is the tattoo artist experienced? This is perhaps the most important thing to consider before hiring any one particular tattoo artist.

2. Will the tattoo image be as important to you in the future as it is right now? For instance, if your tattoo will be in celebration of a love interest, are you absolutely certain that person will be there 10, 20 or even 50 years from now?

3. Why do you want to get the tattoo?

4. Are you prepared to deal with possible consequences that may arise out of getting a tattoo? This may include an infection or severe soreness of the skin at the site of the tattoo.

5. Do you have a design in mind? If you don't, stop by the local tattoo parlor and ask to see some samples of what is available.

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6. Can you afford the tattoo? The larger the tattoo, the larger the cost. Even the smallest tattoo can be expensive, especially if you are on a budget.

7. Do you have a fear of needles? If you do, tattoos may not be for you. There is no other way to say it, but getting a tattoo is painful. It does involve needles and you should really consider your level of tolerance before signing up for a tattoo.

Can you afford the cost associated with surgery? The only way to remove a tattoo is through surgery, which can be very expensive. Unless it is for medical reasons, most health insurance policies will not cover the cost of a tattoo removal. This means that the patient will often find themselves with 100% of the financial responsibility and, before getting a tattoo, you should make sure that you will be financially able to handle any future medical procedures that are associated with a tattoo.

Before deciding on getting a tattoo or having one removed, the patient must consult a licensed medical doctor for medical advice and/or to determine the best course of action for his/her individual healthcare needs.
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Saturday, April 25, 2009

Tattoo Remover With Laser Technology

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With the proliferation of tattoos in recent years, doctors have seen an increase in the number of people requesting tattoo removal . Lasers work by producing short pulses of intense light that pass harmlessly through the top layers of the skin to be selectively absorbed by the tattoo pigment . During laser tattoo removal, the laser is used to selectively target and destroy the tattoo without damaging the surrounding tissue, which greatly decreases scarring.

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Lasers have differing wavelengths and pulse durations, and different laser beams are absorbed by specific colors, allowing physicians to choose the precise combination of lasers for the depth and color of a particular tattoo as well as for multi-colored tattoos. With any tattoo, color is very important. Tattoos need to have an equal balance of color, along with the right shape. Today, electronic tattoo machines are the most common methods of tattooing. With electronic tattoo guns, the ink is injected into the skin by a group of needles that are attached to a bar. If an experienced tattoo artist uses the gun, the results can be amazing. With the right tattoo artist and the right application technique - you should have a tattoo that you can be proud of.

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Thursday, April 23, 2009

Find Tattoo Removal

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Plenty of consumers are seeking , as laser skin treatments, clear skin, professional appearances and so on are growing concerns. There exist lots of methods to proceed in finding a good tattoo removal professional. There exist more sources than ever to find a great deal ontattoo removing assistance and also receive quality.

Many people are seeking a great tattoos removing experts, but how will you proceed in finding tattoos removal assistance? There exist still other places to look for a tattoo removal experts in your city. Your local newsletters and circulars may also have deals on tattoo removing assistance in ads and classifieds. The Internet is an obvious but also underused method to find a tattoo removal professional.

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You may search the Internet as many good area and city directories will have links to tattoos removing experts websites. Researching the Internet for " " or "tattoos removal assistance" will likely provide you with several options. Because laser skin treatments, clear skin, professional appearances are in demand, the Internet is a great place to also read experiences directly from individuals who have received great meetings with tattoo removing assistance in your city. Look at professional organizations like The American Academy of Dermatology, Canadian Dermatology Association, British Association of Cosmetic Doctors.

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Examples include dermatologists, physicians, laser hair removal experts, nurses and others. With laser skin treatments, clear skin, professional appearances being so demanded, tattoo removing assistance is in large demand. And, saving money on tattoos removal assistance is straight forward if you realize where to search. A tattoos removing experts will likely provide good discounts and special deals. Because of the growth of tattoos removal assistance, you will find specials in any location. It is now possible to find a great deal on tattoo removing assistance while additionally getting excellent quality.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Foot Tattoo Designs



If you're looking for foot tattoo designs - specifically the best tattoos for your foot or ankle, then you've come to the right place. In particular, we're going to talk about where to find them, why you should sign up with an online tattoo design database, and finish with some of the most popular foot and ankle tattoo designs. By the time you've finished reading this article, you're going to know everything there is to know about getting the right foot tattoo design for your personality.

So where can you find tattoo designs for feet and ankles? Your tattoo artist should have a few popular selections. But what if they don't have what you're looking for?

In this case, the best thing to do is sign up with an online tattoo design database. The best ones have thousands of high quality designs, which gives you the best chance of finding something which fits with your personality. They also charge a small one-time fee for unlimited access, including printouts. Think about it: You're going to have your foot or ankle tattoo for a long time, so it's worth spending a few dollars to get the right design.

Now let's talk about some of the most popular foot and ankle tattoo designs. Obviously, you're going to have a smaller design here - but they can still look stunning. Some popular designs are tribal tattoos, spiral celtic knotwork, butterflies, and fairies.

In conclusion, this article talked about foot and ankle tattoo designs. We looked at where to find them, why you should think about signing up to an online tattoo design database, and some of the best tattoo designs to have on your foot or ankle. Now that you have finished reading this article, you should know where to look for foot tattoo designs which will be perfect for your personality.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Welsh Red Dragon Tattoos

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The is one of the single most popular for those of Welsh heritage and family roots in Wales, as popular as the Rampant Lion is with the Scots, or the Lion Standard with the English. A symbol with a rich and ancient heraldic past, the Welsh dragon tattoo design contain a fascinating history - just one of the many reasons it makes such a wonderful and powerful tattoo symbol that represents Welsh heritage.




The red dragon and art has been prominent in the folklore of most cultures, so many physical characteristics are present or absent in great variations around the world and include combinations of numerous animals. The Welsh national flag has a dragon on it it has two equal horizontal stripes, white above green, and a large red dragon passant. Folklore says that red dragon represents Wales and the white dragon represents the invading Saxons.



To choose welsh red dragon tattoos or any dragon tattoo art that is symbolic of a particular culture it may pay to research and just inform yourself of its significance so you can discuss it with people who inquire about your Welsh Dragon Tattoo Design.


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Sunday, April 19, 2009

Tattoo Safety - Making Sure Your New Tattoo is Safe


If you came of age in the 1960s and decided to get a tattoo, you probably did it to show that you didn’t want to belong to the rich trendy establishment.

But if you came of age in the past ten years and got a tattoo, you probably did it to show that you did belong to the rich trendy establishment.

Tattooing as a form of self-expression has moved from the domain of heavy metal “bad boy” rock stars, military lifers, and Harley-Davidson road hogs in the 1970s to being common among film stars, athletes, and pop stars. From Sir Ian McKellen to Angelina Jolie, Mike Tyson to David Beckham, and Eminem to Brittany Spears, tattoos have become mainstream.

Dating back to King Harold II, who died in 1066 at the Battle of Hastings, and whose disfigured corpse was identified, legend has it, by the “Edith and England” tattooed on his chest, even members of the various royal houses of Europe have indulged themselves in the colorful art. Princess Stephanie of Monaco is only the most recent in a long line of them.

Life Magazine, in 1936, estimated that about 6%, or ten million, of all Americans had tattoos; in 2003, according to a Harris Poll, nearly one in six, or about fifty million, given today’s population of three hundred million, are sporting them.

And only last year, in 2006, the American Academy of Dermatology reported that almost one in four of all Americans between the ages of 18 and 50, and more than one in three of those between 18 and 29, have a tattoo.

Tattoos, in other words, are hot. And with the burgeoning demand for them, there is a burgeoning demand for tattoo parlors. But anytime there’s money to be made, there will be those who want to make it in the easiest way possible. So if you are considering getting a tattoo of you own, you need to watch your own, possibly soon to be decorated, back.

Tattooing is not without its risks. If it is done in sanitary conditions by an experienced tattoo artist, it usually will not result in any lasting health problems. But tattoo safety relies on the person injecting a foreign substance permanently into one’s skin. And it’s only natural that some people who get tattoos will experience adverse reactions, ranging from skin irritation to allergies to infection, even when the parlors they use practice the highest standards of tattoo safety.

Even the FDA, as the watchdog of the cosmetics industry, has weighed in on the dyes used in tattooing ink. It has given them the all clear for use in lipsticks, but has remained silent as to their suitability for permanent skin injections. On the other hand, it has not yet tried to regulate their use.

You should know, however, that some red tattoo inks contain mercuric sulfide and ferric hydrate, and mercuric sulfide, present in cinnabar and vermilion inks, is associated with increased allergic reactions sometimes to the forming of granular lesions. These lesions are little nodules which appear because the body’s immune system sees the tattoo dyes as a foreign substance. The nodules reaction can occur with any colored tattoo inks.

Dubbed the “red reaction”, the sensitivity to red tattoo inks may lead to swelling, itching, and inflammation around the tattoo. But the reaction may also lie dormant for many years.

You don’t have to have a medical degree to know that, when you allow yourself to be tattooed, you are allowing thousands of miniscule openings to be made in your skin. And you know that with every breach of your skin there is a chance that bacteria will find their way in.

You can minimize the chances of a bacterial invasion, however, by doing a little pre-tattoo safety investigating. Verify that your tattoo artist uses brand-new sterile needles; that he or she does the equivalent of a brain surgeon’s hand scrubbing before getting to work; and that he or she puts those thoroughly clean hands inside some even cleaner gloves. Skin infection is uncomfortable, but blood infections can be deadly.

If you find yourself in a tattoo parlor where the artist wants to use a deodorant stick to transfer the tattoo design from the paper to you skin, make sure that the deodorant applied to a fresh piece of paper, and then transferred from the paper to your skin. Directly Sharing a community deodorant stick goes against all the rules of tattoo safety, and is one great way of loading your skin with germs before the tattoo needle gets anywhere near it.

If you are someone with a compromised immune system, for instance, if you’re diabetic, you are at greater risk than the general population for infections, and may have an extended healing period following your tattoo.

And while tattoo parties may sound like just the sort of thing wild and crazy people love to do, they are in reality no different from sharing a needle to mainline heroin. Whatever is on that needle when it makes it way to you is going to be yours to keep. That includes things like the Hepatitis B and C viruses, or even HIV. There is, where tattoo parties are concerned, no such thing as tattoo safety .

Even if you get your tattoo in spotless circumstances, you’ll need to take care of it properly during the healing process. The tattoo artist will get you started by applying some a topical anti-bacterial and bandaging it. So you need to know, and tell the artist, if you are allergic to any particular antibiotics.

Once you get your new tattoo home, just follow common sense tattoo safety precautions in keeping it clean.

Leave the bandage on for about an hour, and when you remove it, wash you tattoo with an antibacterial soap and cool water. Then cover it with an ointment to prevent your skin from chapping, and repeat the routine every four to six hours for about a week.

Keep your tattoo out of the sun, keep it from drying our, do not scratch at it, and when you do touch it to clean it, wash you hands with antibacterial soap first.

Don’t expose your healing tattoo to any “community” water with a dip in the swimming pool or shared splash in the tub. And, if you want to maintain the strength of its colors, keep it away from chlorinated or salt water.

And even when it looks healed, keep using an alcohol-free moisturizer on it several times a day for another month.

A tattoo, applied according to tattoo safety standards, and allowed to properly heal, is a great way to make you feel special, and maybe just a touch “naughty”. So don’t settle for any but the cleanest parlor and most careful artist, and you will be treating yourself to a bit of color which will last the rest of your life!

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Phoenix Tattoo Design

Phoenix Tattoo Design

A Phoenix Tattoo Design is Hot!

The phoenix incorporates notions of life, rebirth and renewal. If you are contemplating a phoenix bird tattoo you need to take these values into account. Also, a phoenix bird of fire tattoo must be of sufficient size to make an impact. This is a magnificent bird and deserves respect - size is important. You simply can't represent the idea of eternal life with a small tattoo! With so many tattoo designs around it can be somewhat bewildering trying to figure out which one is right for you. There are many factors to take into account but, essentially, the most important factor is decoding the meaning behind the . Ask yourself, "What does this design represent?" It's true that some tattoos are loads of fun and don't really have any significance - nothing wrong with that! But a phoenix tattoo doesn't really fall into that category. has a definite purpose and significance which you need to know about before going ahead and getting this tattoo design inked.

The Magnificent Phoenix

So who or what is the phoenix? Well, this mythological bird is extremely mystical and enigmatic. Because of this, it is a very popular motif in tattoo artwork around the world. This bird's origins are believed to lie in the ancient country of Ethiopia in Africa. The bird's name is connected with 'fire' and the color 'red.' Amongst other ideas, the phoenix incorporates notions of life, rebirth and renewal. This is a great symbol for 'starting again' or 'washing away the old.' If you are contemplating a phoenix bird tattoo you need to take these values into account. Also, a phoenix bird of must be of sufficient size to make an impact. This is a magnificent bird and deserves respect - size is important. You simply can't represent the idea of eternal life and rebirth with a small tattoo!

Phoenix Tattoo DesignFinding a Suitable Design

If you have made up your mind to get a phoenix tattoo design, the next stage in your planning should involve research into finding a suitable design. There are hundreds (if not thousands) of tattoo galleries, both online and offline, from which you can choose your perfect phoenix tattoo. These galleries are usually full of color and are a pleasant way to while away the time as you make up your mind.

However, try not to get too distracted by the dozens of alternative designs available. Stick to the phoenix design!Vitally important in your final decision should be the color and size; you have to like the design, but it also has to coordinate and blend and all these elements must match if your design is to be esthetically pleasing. A balance is, therefore, needed: not too many similar or contrasting colors. Your tattoo will be with you for a long, long time so make sure it doesn't look awkward or out of place.

Finally, once you've decided on a phoenix tattoo design, you should spend a good deal of time with your chosen tattoo artist and explain exactly what it is that you are looking for and maybe even suggest a few alternate phoenix designs. Who knows, between you both you may come up with a new 'hybrid' phoenix design. It's a big decision, so take your time and 'live' with the various designs for a period of time before finally having it inked.

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Jim Jones - Mario Barth - Starlight Tattoo - Capo Status

Jim Jones came by Starlight Tattoo the other night to start his back piece. Mario lined his whole back in one sitting. (Photos by Billy Burke)













Wednesday, April 15, 2009

More amazing back pieces


What happened to this angel's feet? Don't they look just like stumps? Also why is one angel stomping the other one's head? I think I see some horns on the bottom angel there, so maybe it's Lucifer being shown what's up.
Let me show you a wonderful trio of ridiculous back tattoos:


Now I know that this photo was taken mid-scabby-stage so I won't be *too* harsh about the quality of the tattooing here, because it's really hard to tell. HOWEVER, it's impossible to tell what's going on! I do see some flaming dice, and a '3', but what are the weird globby things on each shoulder? They look like rotting lettuce.


Okay, now this one just confuses me. I am under the assumption that it's not finished. The triangle thing on the left is one of the worst tattoos I've seen, but seems like a pretty explainable bad tattoo to get. The Japanese guy on the right is not actually that bad, and obviously isn't done yet. What REALLY baffles me though, is what is on the bottom. It looks like a scratched on sunbathing girl at the beach! IT CAN'T BE SO! sdlkfjslfjs! Amazing.